Tools they use
Westlaw, Lexis, or Casetext. Clio. Word and Adobe Acrobat. Court e-filing.
Paralegal
A paralegal does deeper legal support work under a lawyer’s watch. That means research, drafting, and case prep.
Day to day
What they handle.
And what to look for.
The work
A typical week, handled.
01
Everyday tasks
Research legal and fact questions
Draft documents for the lawyer to review
Organize and review case documents
Make timelines and exhibit lists
Check citations and proofread
02
Skills to look for
Strong legal writing and research
Summing up long documents
Detail focus
Knowing court steps for your area
03
Experience to look for
Ask which practice areas and places they supported. Ask for a writing sample with private details removed.
Hiring
How to hire the right one. Timing, interviews, and setup.
Use these notes to decide when to hire, what to ask in the interview, and how to set them up from day one.
When to hire one
Lawyers do research themselves
Your case load is growing
Document review is slowing you down
Questions to ask
Walk me through how you research a new question.
How do you sum up a long document?
Tell me about a deadline you almost missed.
How do you check citations?
What would you do if you found a fact that hurts our case?
Hiring from abroad
Remote paralegals usually help with research, drafts, and organizing. Ask your ethics counsel how supervision and data rules work across borders.
Who hires this role
How It Works
If You Want Us To Run The Search
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FAQ
Common Questions
Short, simple answers.
Can A Remote Paralegal Replace A U.S. Paralegal?
What Should I Ask For In A Paralegal Writing Sample?
